Society is stronger when everyone is valued the same, regardless of their gender.
"I am Generation Equality: Realising Women's Rights" is this year's theme for International Women's Day on March 8.
"The year represents an unmissable opportunity to mobilise global action to achieve gender equality and human rights for all women and girls.
"To embark this opportunity, Nelson NCW is celebrating women's contribution to the economy – nationally and internationally.
The Nelson community is asked to wear Common Good wristbands made by the Women at Common Good in Kolkata, India, Guy says.